________ refers to the concept in which maturation is extended, and the brain of an adolescent reaches its adult brain size

Many adolescents are able to overcome circumstances, such as poor parenting, poverty, homes racked with violence, and other forms of social disorder because they have a considerable degree of resilience

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

While having a conversation with a friend who is pregnant, she says to you that because she is "carrying high" she will have a girl. Based upon the textbook, which of the following statements are you thinking?

a. There is no scientific evidence to support her belief. b. There are countless research studies that support her belief. c. Statistically speaking, she is correct. d. She is wrong, a pregnant woman who is "carrying high" a more likely to be carrying a boy.